About Añañau
Añañau is a nonprofit and non-governmental organization that works to empower disadvantaged children and families through sustainable education and development projects in Peru.
Añañau (pronounced as a·nja·njau) is an expression in Quechua, the old language that is still spoken in the Andes, that mothers use to say ‘how beautiful’ and ‘how sweet’ their child is, a tenderness from the mother’s heart.
Too often children and youths from deprived families and ethnic minorities are lost out of sight. This is what Añañau wants to change, in order that they also receive the same opportunities as others and have access to quality and inclusive education. Be a part and support our mission!
Our Achievements
Children supported
Books in the library
Hours of STEAM classes given
Disadvantaged families supported
Current projects
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STEAM Project
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics make up the STEAM program. Most of the public schools in Peru do not have technological resources or adequate infrastructure,…
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Scholarship For Higher Education
Help to make become the future of a boy or girl a reality by supporting them in a scholarship for higher education. Be part of…
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After School Program
After school activities are a space to promote participation and positive learning where the child can develop socio-educational activities. The activities are carried out through…
Latest update
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My IT Internship at Añañau
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Experiences from previous volunteers
What an amazing experience I had at this magical place it literally changed the course of my life. They look after these kids not just by helping them with their education, but also with their nutrition and more love and games than you could poke a stick at. I have no doubt in me that this place has changed the lives of all the children that attend. It inspired me so much I’m now studying to be a teacher.
I always have wanted to do volunteer work in Peru. When the school offered a place to practice my study in this country I was immediately sold. When I arrived at Añañau, I was loaded with hugs from all the children. The weeks that followed, my connection with the kids and team grew. There was a lot of laughter, sometimes a hug, and some good advice when I needed it. When I needed help or a good talk, there was always someone who I could count on. They make a good support system and a close family. The love and closure that I got made my heart warm. It makes me even more happy that I could help some of the children in their development.
Peru and Añañau are an unforgettable experience. With beautiful memories, new friends and a suitcase filled with souvenirs I’m going home.
In 2018 I volunteered for the project, had the honor of working with the children and being able to share a little of my knowledge with them. This beautiful project teaches not only content but also educates children and teaches them how to grow as a person.
A beautiful country where you are warmly received at Añañau with a lot of smiles. You will leave the project with a lot of extra life experience, happiness and gratitude of the kids and the team. This experience was more beautiful than I could ever imagine!
Become a volunteer!
Do you ever wonder how you can contribute? Experience it yourself, roll up your sleeves and help us for a while at the projects on spot or online!
Our partners
We are proud to be supported and partnered with the following organizations working to advance the opportunities for children and adolescents in Cusco, Peru and worldwide.
